The Kenya of Wangari's childhood is a green and thriving place and she as grows up wrapped in the natural world, she chooses to study science. After studying in the United States, Wangari returns to a different Kenya, dry and impoverished - but Wangari does not get discouraged by a large problem. She uses her hands and her powerful voice to create very real change.
This short biography is a great introduction to the incredible work of Dr. Maathai. She is so inspiring and you finish the book really feeling like one person CAN make a difference. I wasn't sure if the more personal information about the ending of her marriage was necessary - but then I thought about how many youth from a single-parent home might find it very empowering to know that those sorts of tragedies don't have to stop you from having a wonderful life. I finished wanting to learn more about this pioneer and her Green Belt Movement.
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